Find out how popular the last name Loeza is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Loeza.

Loeza, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Loeza surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Loeza in America

Loeza is the 24531st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Loeza surname appeared 1,019 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Loeza.

We can also compare 2010 data for Loeza to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Loeza

The surname LOEZA has its origins traced back to Spain, dating back to the medieval era. It is believed to have derived from the Spanish word "loza," which means pottery or earthenware. This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with individuals involved in the production or trade of pottery.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the LOEZA surname can be found in the Catalan region of Spain, where it appeared in documents from the 13th century. During this time, the surname was often spelled as "Lozano" or "Lozano de la Loza," reflecting the connection to the pottery trade.

As the surname spread across Spain, it underwent various phonetic and spelling variations, including "Loeza," "Loza," and "Loça." These variations were influenced by regional dialects and linguistic adaptations.

In the 15th century, the LOEZA surname appeared in historical records from the Kingdom of Aragon, where a notable figure named Juan de Loeza was mentioned as a prominent merchant and landowner. His success in the pottery business likely contributed to the family's wealth and reputation.

During the 16th century, the LOEZA surname gained further recognition when Miguel de Loeza, a Spanish explorer and conquistador, participated in the conquest of the Americas. He was part of the expedition led by Hernán Cortés and played a significant role in the subjugation of the Aztec Empire in present-day Mexico.

Another notable figure with the LOEZA surname was María de Loeza, a Spanish nun who lived in the 17th century. She was known for her piety and devotion to charitable works, establishing a convent and orphanage in her hometown of Seville.

In the 18th century, a member of the LOEZA family, Francisco de Loeza, made significant contributions to the field of architecture. He designed and oversaw the construction of several notable churches and public buildings in Madrid, earning him widespread recognition as a master architect.

As the surname spread throughout the Spanish-speaking world, it continued to be associated with pottery production and artisanal crafts. In the 19th century, a renowned ceramist named Javier Loeza established a renowned pottery workshop in Puebla, Mexico, known for its intricate and colorful designs.

While the surname LOEZA can be found in various parts of the world due to migration and cultural exchange, its roots remain deeply embedded in the Spanish heritage, particularly in the regions where pottery production and trade flourished.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Loeza

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Loeza.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Loeza was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Loeza has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Loeza was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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